his district of Madhya Pradesh is geographically known for its Ravines, Fertile land and dense Forests.Bhind was one among the 16 districts of United State of Madhya Bharat which was constituted on 28th May 1948. Subsequently, as a result of reorganization of States in November 1956, district Bhind became part of new Madhya Pradesh. Formerly there were 4 Tehsils viz; Bhind , Mehgoan, Gohad and Lahar but at Present there are 8 Tehsils viz; Bhind, Ater, Mehgaon,Gohad,Mihona, Lahar,Gormi and Raun. As per the History, the District is named after the Bhindi Rishi (Sage Bhindi).

It is well known fact that the region has been subjected to depredations of dacoits, robbers or thugs since ages. The majestic Chambal, surrounded yawning chasms and gaping beehads (ravines) provide an ideal setting to this murky banditry in a big way. Even during Mughal times the powerful administration failed to curb these menace. As many as 216 dacoits were shot dead and 697 arrested in Bhind district alone from 1959 to 1963.

With 14,28,559 persons living on an area of 4459 sq km, the district ranks 20th in population ranking in the State having about 2% of the state’s population (As per 2001 census). The Sex ratio of the district according to 2001 census is 829.Rural sex ratio is 825 and Urban is 843. The sex ratio is the number of females per 1000 males.

The soil of Bhind is very fertile and is well drained by the Chambal and Sind rivers and the tributary streams of the Kunwari and Puhuj.

Population :According to the 2011 census Bhind district has 299233 Number of households, total population 1703562 which include 926940 Male and 776622 female, persons per sq. km is 382

The population of Bhind is as follows

	Total	Rural	Urban
Persons Total	1703562	1270762	432800
Male	926940	694793	232147
Female	776622	575969	200653

Sex Ratio :Sex Ratio is the number of females per 1000 males.According to the 2011 census

Total	Rural	Urban
838	829	864

Sex Ratio(0-6 years)

Total	Rural	Urban
835	832	844

Literacy rate :

Total	Rural	Urban
76.59%	75.42%	79.97%

Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes :

 

There were 374,799 persons as Scheduled Castes and 6131 persons as Scheduled Tribes according to Census 2011. Thus in number the tribal population is quite insignificant.

Religion :

With about 94% of the population practicing Hindu religion, the District is predominantly Hindu , followed by a little more than 3% Muslim and about 2% Jain population, a few number of Christians ,Buddhists and Sikhs also live in Bhind.

Tourist Places :

Fort Of Ater :It was built by Bhadauria King Badan Singh, Maha Singh and Bakhat Singh in the era 1664-1668 after them the area is known as “BADHWAR”. It is located deep inside the ravines of Chambal. Now it is in a dilapidated condition.It is located 35 Kms in west of the Bhind city. Transportation is available from 6 Am to 4 Pm. One can go by bus or jeep which are easily available from the Bus stand/ Ater Road.The main attractions of the fort are ‘Khooni Darwaza’, ‘Badan Singh Ka Mahal’, ‘Hathiapor’, ‘Raja Ka Bangla’, ‘Rani Ka Bangla’ and ‘Barah Khamba Mahal’.

Another fort situated in the Bhind city was also built by Bhadoriya King to keep control over rebellions in the era 1654-1684. During Scindia reign Darbar hall was constructed in which at present a museum is conducted by District Archeological Association Bhind (M.P).

Vankhandeshwar Temple :

It is located in Bhind town. It is a Shiv Mandir built by the Mandir built by the king, Prathwiraj Chauhan in 1175 AD. It is told that “Jyoti” is continously flamed since then.

Jain Temples Of Baranso :These are the old temples and their existence is located to the visit of Lord Mahavir Swami in the area.Located on Bhind Gwalior Road , 5 Kms in south east of Bhind. The only available means of transport are tanga or personal vehicle.

Mata Renuka Temple At Jamdara :It is located in Gohad Tehsil near Mau and is told as the birthplace of Maharshi Parashuram. Folklore linked to Parashuram is that his father ordered to cut the head of Mother Renuka which he complied with and as a prize asked for revival of the dead Mother which Maharshi Jamdagini, his father solicited.The temple was built at the place of this activity.In the temple the idol of Deity Mother Renuka with a separated head is there in the temple.

Naraddev Temple :It is a Shiv Temple located on the banks of river, Sindh. It is old and Maharshi Narad worshipped here. It is being renovated.

The Fort Of Gohad :It was built by Jat Kings Maha Singh in 16th century .The fort is dilapidated but a Mahal is still housing several Government offices. The fine carvings of Mahal is still worth viewing.The ‘Kachhari Mahal’ is a unique example of the Iranian Art. One can reach there by bus.Apart from these places, the world famous ravines are the places worth visiting. These are providing hide out in the district to law disobeying persons. Five rivers which flow around the district mainly Pahuj, Sindh, Kunwari, Chambal and Yamuna meet together in an area of 2 kms named as “PACHNADA” The places just neighboring to the district are actually located in U.P. but this is a rare phenomenon where five rivers confluence at one juncture.